Bow makers don't typically go to school, as you would with violin making. Instead, many must train as an apprentice for three years under a master bow maker. That tradition continues for Sandrine ...

And the bow would have been made around the same time as the violin, right around 1915-1917. It doesn't have the maker's name on it, but it's an important bow, and it's a beautifully made bow ...

When selecting a violin bow, these factors would be considered majorly important in making the right decision: Weight – a bow that is too heavy or too light can cause both strain or set a limit ...